228: Are Drugstore Skincare Products Sabotaging Your Skin?
Spa Skin and Beauty | Skincare After 40 | Hormones, Skin Health, and Aging Well
Release Date: 08/19/2025
Spa Skin and Beauty | Skincare After 40 | Hormones, Skin Health, and Aging Well
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Hey friends — it’s Lindsey, your Master Online Esthetician Before we dive into today’s episode, I’ve got a little teaser for you… The next two weeks are going to be ALL Black Friday focused — and I am so excited. I’m dividing them into two special episodes: one all about skincare and beauty devices, and another possibly on wellness favorites — because who doesn’t love a good glow-from-within deal? Right now, I’m gathering alllll the best items so you are definitely not going to want to miss those episodes. And don’t worry — I’m not about to overwhelm you. My...
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In this episode of Spa Skin and Beauty, I’m breaking down the real difference between drugstore and professional skincare — and it’s not just about price. You’ll learn which products you can save on, which ones are worth the investment, and my go-to clean beauty brands that give you results without the harsh chemicals.
If you’ve ever stood in the skincare aisle feeling overwhelmed... this one’s for you.
🎧 Hit play and start shopping smarter — your skin (and wallet) will thank you.
XX, Lindsey
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Favorite Skincare Products HERE
- 4-Step Age-Defying Skincare System
- The Spa Dr. Collagen Plus
- The Spa Dr. Hormone Balance For Women - Menopause Supplements For Women With Saw Palmetto
- Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder
- Paleovalley 100% Grass Fed Bone Broth Protein Powder
- THORNE | Amino Complex
- Mychelle Light 3-In-1 Super Serum
- Follow The Author Clean Skin From Within: The Spa Doctor's Two-Week Program To Glowing
- Follow The Author Natural Beauty Reset: The 7-Day Program To Harmonize Hormones And Restore Radiance Paperback
- Castor Oil Pack For Pelvis
- CYMBIOTIKA | Liposomal Glutathione
- Liposomal Vitamin C
- Estriol Cream With Tretinoinestriol Cream With Tretinoin
- SM NUTRITION | Dim Cream Supplement Diindolylmethane Hormone Balancing Cream For Women Support Estrogen Balance & Relief For Menopause
Connect with me: @lindseyrholder and @spaskinandbeauty
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